Donald Elder, 72, of Victoria, right, speaks with Michael Hummel at the Retirement Roast and Toast in Hummel's honor Tuesday in Victoria. "I've known him for 40 years; he's a loveable guy. H

Donald Elder, 72, of Victoria, right, speaks with Michael Hummel at the Retirement Roast and Toast in Hummel's honor Tuesday in Victoria. "I've known him for 40 years; he's a loveable guy. He's contributed a lot to the community in a sharp and discerning way," Elder said.